A collection of in-depth discussions and explanations covering central vacuum systems and their components. Articles cover many topics from concepts of design, component detail, general usage and installation along with some professional editorial about our industry of focus. Most articles are written by Vacdepot's own experts and a few were contributed by select vacuum manufacturers.

Central Vacuum System Install FAQ
Installing a central vacuum system in a new or pre-existing home is an easy process in most cases that can be completed in one or two days. Adding a central cleaning system to a residence not only makes cleaning more efficient and convenient, but also adds value to the home that is often 2 - 4 times the initial cost of equipment. Central cleaning is the choice ... http://www.vacdepot.com/article/central_vacuum_instal_faq

Closeouts and SpecialsSAVE BIG WITH LIMITED OFFER ITEMS & CLOSEOUTS!
All brand new closeout deals are in stock now! These items are limited in quantity and may be sold out without notice. Limit of 1 each on all special priced closeout items (not including contractor packs). Closeout and Special offer items can not be mixed in Package Deals or other special offers. Some items have special sales terms as listed in the item detail.
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The Central Vacuum PrimerMost people are quite familiar with a central vacuum system. Some others may have seen the inlet plates mounted in their veterinarians office or favorite restaurant, but were never quite sure what it could be. And a few people still may never have know of such a thing as "whole Home Cleaning Systems" until they visited a model home. Central vacuums have a rich history stretching many decades to the first home built units. Popular in the beginning for their tremendous power and capacity, then wel ... http://www.vacdepot.com/article/central_vacuum_primer

Central Vacuum PVC Tube - Inside Out
Central vacuum tubing was once cast iron, thank goodness things have changed. The size of vacuum tube has also changed
over the last century and the universal standard in the USA is 2" vacuum tube. This differs from schedule 40 plumbing tube (DWV - drain, waste, vent) which is about 2.21" ID. Both tubes are made from the same material, PVC (poly vinyl chloride). Vacuum tube is much thin ... http://www.vacdepot.com/article/central_vacuum_tube_info

Wessel-Werk EBK: Geared Belt SystemsWhen you see a quality product with good engineering it's hard not to be excited about it.
When we think of the EBK series Power Brush from Wessel-Werk we get all warm and fuzzy inside, envisioning this amazing nozzle brushing the fibers of carpets all over the world. Do we admire an electro-mechanical vacuum nozzle just a bit too much? Perhaps. Does the EBK340 deserve our lavish affection? Oh yes.
Why so deserving? In one word: GEARED.
Most brands of power bru ... http://www.vacdepot.com/article/wessel_werk_geared_belts

Vacuum Cleaner Belts and PerformanceVacuum Cleaner Belts come in many styles and hundreds of sizes.
Typically, domestic vacuums use a belt to drive an agitation device - also called brush roller. With only a few exceptions, most vacuums use either a flat belt, a round belt (O-RING style) or a geared belt (also called toothed / notched belt).
The Type of belt your vacuum uses is very importa ... http://www.vacdepot.com/article/vacuum_cleaner_belts

The Amazing Lindhaus PB Nozzle
The Lindhaus PB Series Powered Brush Carpet Cleaning Nozzle. Help your canister vacuum, central vacuum or backpack vacuum clean it's best.
How a vacuum system cleans on a carpeted surface is a function of two vacuum cleaner actions:
1. Suction (Air Flow)
2. Agitation (Brush Roll)
While both actions are very important to carpet cleaning, Agit ... http://www.vacdepot.com/article/lindhaus_pb_nozzles